Cayin Audio HA-6A MK2 Vacuum Tube Headphone Amplifier
£2,990

Features
- Single-ended Class-A topology for pure signal path
- Upgraded amplification circuit with premium components
- Outboard power supply design for a darker, cleaner background
- Gold Lion Genelax KT88 tubes provide faithful reproduction
- Includes preamplifier output to connect with a power amplifier
- Multiple headphone outputs with impedance matching for 32-600 ohm headphones

Specifications
Parameter |
Specification |
Physical Specifications |
|
Model |
Cayin HA-6A MK2 |
Dimensions (Power Supply) |
160 × 297 × 185 mm³ |
Dimensions (Amplifier) |
285 × 297 × 185 mm³ |
Net Weight (Power Supply) |
8.2 kg |
Net Weight (Amplifier) |
11.2 kg |
Technical Specifications |
|
Tube Configuration |
JJ 12AU7/ECC82 ×2, Genalex KT88 ×2, JJ GZ34/5AR4 ×2 |
Power Consumption |
130 W |
External Main Fuse |
220V–240V: T1AL250V; 100V–120V: T2AL250V |
External High Voltage Fuse |
T160mAE250V |
Working Condition |
Temp: 0°C–40°C, Humidity: 20%–80% |
Storage Condition |
Temp: –20°C–70°C, Humidity: 20%–90% |
Audio Specifications |
|
Headphone Output Power (6.35 mm) |
UL: 3500 mW + 3500 mW; TR: 2300 mW + 2300 mW |
Headphone Output Power (4.4 BAL) |
UL: 1000 mW + 1000 mW; TR: 650 mW + 650 mW |
Headphone Output Power (4-Pin BAL) |
UL: 4500 mW + 4500 mW; TR: 3000 mW + 3000 mW |
Frequency Range |
10 Hz–26 kHz +3 dB; 1 Hz–21 kHz ±1 dB |
THD+N (Headphone) |
0.3% (1 kHz, 200 mW; Rated output power <5%) |
Sensitivity |
240 mV–820 mV |
S/N Ratio (Headphone) |
104 dB (A-Weighted) |
Headphone Impedance Range |
L: 8–64 Ω; M: 65–250 Ω; H: 251–600 Ω |
Preamplifier Specifications |
|
Maximum Output Voltage |
6 V |
Gain |
20 dB |
THD (Preamp) |
0.2% (2 V RMS) |
S/N Ratio (Preamp) |
98 dB (A-Weighted) |
Input Sensitivity (Preamp) |
200 mV |
Connectivity Specifications |
|
Input Impedance |
RCA: 32 kΩ; XLR: 16 kΩ |
Input Connectors |
XLR, RCA |
Headphone Connectors |
6.35 mm ×1; 4.4 mm BAL ×1; 4-pin XLR ×1 |
Preamp Output Connector |
RCA |
Tube Substitution Options |
|
Genalex KT88 Compatible |
EL34, KT66, 6CA7, 6L6, KT77, KT88, 6550, KT90, KT120, KT150 |
JJ GZ34/5AR4 Compatible |
GZ34, GZ37, 5AR4, 5V4G, 5R4G, 5U4G, 5Y3GT, 5DJ4 |
JJ 12AU7/ECC82 Compatible |
12AU7, ECC82, ECC802S |

Description

The Cayin HA-6A MK2 Builds Upon Its Predecessor With a Dual-Chassis Design, Updated Vacuum Tubes, and a Dedicated Pre-Out Output
Comparison of HA-6A MK2 and HA-6A
Feature | HA-6A MK2 | HA-6A |
Appearance | Dual-chassis Design | Single-chassis Design |
Power Supply | Outboard Power Supply Design; Multi-stage Tube Regulate Power Supply | Multi-stage Tube Regulate Power Supply |
Preamp Tubes | High Voltage Rectifier: JJ GZ34/5AR4 ×2 (stable power supply with enhanced current output)Voltage Amplification Stage: JJ 12AU7/ECC82 ×2 | High Voltage Rectifier: RCA 22DE4 ×2Voltage Amplification Stage: Electro-Harmonix 12AU7EH ×2 |
Power Tubes | Gold Lion Genalex KT88 | Electro Harmonix EL34 |
Headphone Output Specification | THD: 0.3% (1 kHz)S/N Ratio: 104 dB | THD: 1% (1 kHz)S/N Ratio: 98 dB |
Pre Output | Preamplifier Output to connect with Power Amplifier | No Pre Output |
Remote | Standard with Remote | No Remote |



Impedance Matched Headphone Output
In-house output transformers provide impedance-matched outputs for low (8–64Ω), mid (65–250Ω), and high (251–600Ω) loads, ensuring natural, balanced sound. With 6.35mm, 4.4mm, and 4-pin XLR outputs, it delivers up to 4500mW per channel for demanding headphones, while the optimized 4.4mm jack suits sensitive IEMs with reduced output and improved S/N performance
Application oriented Output
The 4-pin XLR output is a full-fetched balanced output but the 4.4mm headphone output is optimized for a wider range of applications, including high-sensitivity portable headphones and IEMs:
4-pin XLR (Balanced): UL 4500mW + 4500mW; TR 3000mW + 3000mW
4.4mm (Balanced):UL 1000mW + 1000mW; TR 650mW + 650mW
6.35mm (Single-ended):UL 3500mW + 3500mW; TR 2300mW + 2300mW

Dual Operation Mode – Triode | Ultra-linear
The HA-6A MK2 features a front-panel switch that lets you choose between Triode (TR) and Ultra-linear (UL) operation. Enjoy the lush, smooth presentation of Triode mode or the dynamic, powerful performance of Ultra-linear mode tailored to your music and mood with a single touch.


More Than a Headphone Amp
The HA-6A MK2 introduces a dedicated PRE-OUT output, elevating it from a headphone amplifier into the centrepiece of your audio system. Connect it to external power amplifiers or active speakers to create a refined desktop or small-scale Hi-Fi setup.



Additional information
Colour | Black, Silver |
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Warranty
Backed with a 1-year Cayin Audio warranty
Delivery Info
Delivery Information
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